John Arthur Moore

When tomorrow starts without me, And I’m not there to see, 

If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me,

I wish so much you wouldn’t cry The way you did today, While thinking of the many things, We didn’t get to say.

I know how much you love me, As much as I love you, And each time that you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too.

But when tomorrow starts without me, Please try to understand…

John Arthur Moore Jr., age 61, of 138 Twin Lakes Lane, Bastrop, Texas, passed away July 12, 2025.

John was born in Plum, Texas, to Ernestine Higgins and John Arthur Moore Sr. on November 1, 1963. He was raised in the Bastrop Piney Ridge area. He attended schools within the Bastrop Independent School District, eventually working there as a custodian. His employment included several fast-food positions, where he developed a passion for cooking.

John was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestine Higgins, his father, John Arthur Moore Sr., and his two sisters, Minnie Moore and Faye Moore.

John is survived by Ann Smith, the mother of his children; his daughter, Ashley Moore; his three sons, Tristan Moore, Arthur Moore, and Joseph Moore; and his brother, Michael Moore, and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

 Family and Friends will gather for visitation at Elgin Funeral Home, Friday, July 18th, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will follow at 3:00 PM with Reverend R.W. Carter and Reverend Travis Carter officiating.